We all understand that using less energy is a good idea. Not only to save us money, it can also help to reduce the emissions created by our (not always very clean) power.
can reduce power by turning things off or turning them down (eg, dimming the lights or by placing a moderate temperature for heating and air conditioning). Also you can make smart choices when buying new gadgets and appliances, and buy those that are energy efficient.
Here is some information that can help to justify the replacement of some of your more outdated and inefficient appliances and gadgets with the latest and greatest (energy efficient) models.
The true cost of energy
Our electricity supply companies to provide us with information about the use of power as a consumer, but that's only part of the story.
power losses occur not only through the inefficiencies in our devices and use, but also during the production, transmission and distribution power. In fact, during the electricity reaches us, it is usually lost 67% of the original fuel energy * (* a character from "Climate change, the industry response" by the BEAM ).
Since the end of the energy chain makes effective use in the home (and office) is especially significant. Because the total losses in the chain, each unit of electricity to save has the effect of saving about three units of primary energy (ie, the energy in the fuel) that is required for the generation, transmission and distribution of energy.
Government and industry groups are currently investigating and implementing methods to reduce the losses that occur between production and end use. However, even with improved efficiency, loss of power within the chain is inevitable.
the power to save through increased efficiency in use and appliances not only saves money but also helps to reduce the amount of power that should be generated, thus helping to reduce emissions. It can also help to keep the price drop in the future as utilities are able to better meet demand without having to invest in new power plants.
Where are good places to spend money?
home automation systems are a great place to start. Not only can you pretend you're George Jetson, and can also significantly reduce energy use.
Lighting is a good example, as is often responsible for 30-40% of our total electricity potrošiti.Sustav home automation can use sensors and time to automatically turn lights on and off as needed. You can also use sensors to monitor the daily levels of smoke (or off) lights during the day and automatically restore them when the sunlight fades. (Regulation of electric light by 50% can save 40% energy cost in .)
Combine that with the savings you can make more efficient use of heating and air conditioning, and more effective control of another electrical appliance, and you're on your way to paying off your new home automation system. Also, many of these systems utilize wireless technologies (such as ZigBee), which makes them easier and less expensive to install than their wired counterparts.
So, while you are enjoying the convenience of pressing one button to turn off all lights on the floor, or close the curtain and adjust lighting levels for ideal viewing of the film, you can feel good that you are again doing their part in helping to make the world a greener place.
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